I joined this HTM(A)A class from week 3. I did my laser cutting project as a side project on final project weeks. Here are steps in visual.
AutoCAD for iPhone cradle
Make the base object with guide lines.
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Here are important commands to remember:
- trim
- array
- break
- explode
I saved .dxf file and opened with CorelDraw on the laser cutter terminal PC.
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Here are cut results and assembling process.
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I cut the board to fit the laser cutter platform.
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Laser cut products.
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It is critical to have thin and flat layers of wood glue.
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Overnight curing.